Senior Cyber Operations Analyst

At phia we hire talented and passionate people who are focused on collaborative, meaningful work, providing technical and operational subject matter expertise and support services to our partners and clients.We are seeking a Senior Cyber Operations Analyst to support a large Federal agency. This senior/expert level position is broadly supporting multiple functions of a comprehensive Security Operations Center (SOC) including monitoring & analysis, digital media analysis, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and cyber threat hunting. While this opportunity is contingent upon contract award, we'd like to talk with you very soon! This opportunity offers hybrid flexibility within the DMV (DC/MD/VA) Metro area.

What You'll Do

• Provide senior/expert-level expertise, technical depth, and wisdom gained from years of hands-on experience immersed in cyber operations and analysis in support of full-spectrum Security Operations Center (SOC) activities.
• Act as liaison between SOC teams, sub-component organizations, and external partners.
• Provide senior/expert-level technical leadership and direct execution of mission functions across all the areas of:
• SOC monitoring and analysis (IDS/IPS, EDR, SIEM, etc.)
• Digital Media Analysis (forensic media/device analysis, malware reverse-engineering, etc.)
• Vulnerability Assessment (scanning, analysis, mitigation/remediation, reporting, etc.)
• Incident Response
• Cyber Threat Hunting
• Coordinate incident response efforts, ensuring thorough investigation and remediation, and maintain communication with stakeholders.
• Provide cyber hunt services to proactively detect, isolate, and neutralize advanced threats.
• Continuously build, adapt, enhance, and optimize processes and procedures.
• Provide mentorship and direction to other analysts.

Education + Experience

• A successful candidate is likely to have a strong academic background focused on the theory and scientific foundations of all modern cyber technology, as well as extensive practical experience operating and leading teams in SOC environments across multiple functional areas.
• A successful candidate can work without direction, showing initiative and innovation in delivering value across all functional areas of the SOC organization.   They will be highly adaptable and effective at communicating across all level of leadership, technical operators/analysts, and partners.

Security Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to achieve Public Trust or higher

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• GIAC Defending Advanced Threats (GDAT)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Certified Forensics Examiner/Analyst (GCFE/GSFA)
• GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
• Splunk Core Certified User (Splunk Core CU) / Certified Power User (Splunk CPU)

#LI-LC1Who You Are·         A proactive problem solver that appreciates the challenges of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.·         Intellectually curious with a genuine desire to learn and advance your career.·         An effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.·         Customer service oriented and mission focused.·         Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skillsIf your experience and qualifications aren’t a match for this position, you will remain in our database for consideration for future opportunities that may be a better fit.Who We Arephia, LLC is a Northern Virginia-based, 8a certified small business established in 2011 with a focus in Cyber Intelligence, Cyber Security/Defense, Intrusion Analysis & Incident Response, Cyber Architecture & Capability Analysis, Cyber Policy & Strategy, and Information Assurance/Security. we proudly support various agencies and offices within the Department of Defense (DoD), Federal government, and private/commercial entities.·         phia values work-life balance and offers the following benefits to full-time employees:·         Comprehensive medical insurance to include dental and vision·         Short Term & Long-Term Disability·         401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match·         Tuition and Professional Development Assistance·         Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)phia does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.